Independence Day

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Nigerians mark independence anniversary ahead of key poll

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A flag in recognition of Juneteenth is displayed

A lesson wholly lost: What 2 Independence Days mean for America

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Freedom Papers: 6 books to inspire on this Independence Day

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The five worst presidents for Black people’s lives, liberty and pursuit of happiness

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Race scholar holds this truth to be self evident; Lincoln tops list of five best presidents for Black people

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In case you were wondering, this is how fireworks became a thing in the USA

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Will Smith almost not cast in ‘Independence Day’ because he was Black: report

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theGrio’s explainer series asks, ‘Should Black people bother with Fourth of July?’

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Frederick Douglass descendants deliver his famed speech: ‘What to the Slave is the Fourth of July’

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Black Twitter users celebrate Malia Obama’s birthday in lieu of Independence Day

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America owes its independence to Black people, and don’t forget it

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Black folks who want to grill July 4 and stay woke — honor Tuskegee instead

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Mayor Bowser to Trump: ‘You owe DC $9MIL for your festivities’

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Black on the Fourth: Remix this 4th of July to reclaim your holiday

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Damon Wayans Jr. catches heat for calling July 4 ‘racist ancestors day’

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Parade float depicts Pres. Obama in toilet with words ‘Lying African’

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Pres. Obama welcomes Kendrick Lamar to White House for ‘Fourth’ Celebration

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Trailer drops for ‘Independence Day Resurgence’ 20 years after original

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Usher celebrates Juneteenth instead of Independence Day at Essence Festival

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